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Controversial 'Is He Gay?' Dating Show Axed After Backlash

A controversial American reality TV show, 'Is He Gay?', has been abruptly cancelled after just one episode. The programme, which featured a straight woman dating men who were either gay or straight, sparked a major backlash for its problematic premise.

Gay Couple Attacked in Boston Hate Crime

A gay couple was violently assaulted in Boston, Massachusetts, in a suspected homophobic attack. The assailants used anti-LGBTQ+ slurs during the assault, leaving one victim requiring surgery.

JoJo Siwa Clarifies Sexuality: 'I'm Not Gay'

Dance Pop sensation JoJo Siwa sets the record straight on her sexuality in a candid new interview, addressing the viral 'gay or straight' question and discussing her unique journey of self-discovery.

Hepburn's Secret Beverly Hills 'Gay House' for Sale

The historic Beverly Hills home secretly shared by Hollywood icon Katharine Hepburn and her rumoured lover, socialite Laura Harding, hits the market. Discover the story behind the legendary 'gay house' and its glamorous, hidden past.

Birmingham Nightclub Shooting: 22-Year-Old Man Killed

A 22-year-old man has been tragically killed in a targeted shooting outside Birmingham's Mango Nightclub. Police have launched a murder investigation and are appealing for witnesses to the late-night attack in the city's Gay Village.

Two Arrests After Birmingham Nightclub Shooting

West Midlands Police make two arrests following a shooting at Mango nightclub in Birmingham's Gay Village. The incident, which sent revellers fleeing, is being treated as a targeted attack.

Disgraced Harvard Head Claudine Gay Attacks Successor

Exclusive: Ousted Harvard President Claudine Gay breaks her silence with a scathing critique of her interim replacement, Alan Garber, accusing him of complicity in her downfall and igniting a new firestorm at the elite university.

DeSantis signs Florida bill erasing LGBTQ+ protections

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.

Ghana's 'African Trump' Wants Harsh Anti-LGBTQ Laws

Ghanaian politician and presidential hopeful Alan Kyerematen, dubbed the 'African Trump', faces fierce backlash from human rights groups after advocating for severe anti-LGBTQ legislation and praising Gambia's harsh policies.

Charlie Kirk in custody battle over gay teen's conversion claims

US conservative commentator Charlie Kirk and his wife are fighting for custody of a teenager who claims he was subjected to 'conversion practices' after coming out as gay. The explosive case involves allegations of psychological pressure and restricted fr

HK Political Prisoners Face 'Systematic Abuse' - Report

A comprehensive investigation by the Hong Kong Human Rights Monitor details harrowing accounts of systematic abuse, psychological torture, and rights violations against pro-democracy detainees, raising grave concerns over the erosion of the city's judicia

UK Government Unveils Radical ECHR Reform Plan

The Conservative government has proposed a major overhaul of its relationship with the European Court of Human Rights, aiming to assert parliamentary sovereignty and curb the court's influence over UK law.

Corrie's Amanda Barrie Opens Up About Her Sexuality

Former Coronation Street star Amanda Barrie, famed for her role as Alma Baldwin, speaks openly about her sexuality and the pressures of being a gay actress in the 1960s in a revealing new interview.

Starmer edited human rights manual, removing key protections

Exclusive investigation reveals how Sir Keir Starmer edited a crucial human rights manual while Director of Public Prosecutions, removing fundamental legal principles and watering down guidance on protest rights and police conduct.

Labour Plans Overhaul of Human Rights Interpretation

Exclusive: Attorney General Lord Hermer reveals Labour government is considering fundamental reforms to how Britain interprets European human rights laws, signalling potential constitutional shift.

Ryanair Flight Cancellation: How I Won £400 Compensation

A Ryanair passenger's nightmare flight cancellation turned into a £400 victory. This definitive guide reveals the step-by-step process to claim what you're owed under UK261 regulations. Discover how to fight back against airline delays and cancellations.

Hong Kong's Landmark IVF Ruling for Same-Sex Parents

In a groundbreaking decision, Hong Kong's top court grants parental rights to a non-biological mother in a same-sex couple, setting a new precedent for LGBTQ+ families in the region after a four-year legal battle.

Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights

The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.

Retired cop probed for 'deadnaming' trans woman online

A former police constable is under investigation by his old force after allegedly 'deadnaming' a transgender woman in online comments. The probe raises serious questions about free speech versus professional conduct for retired officers.

Trump backs gun ownership ban for transgender people

In a contentious address at the NRA convention, former President Donald Trump endorsed restricting gun ownership for transgender individuals, sparking immediate backlash from rights groups and creating a rift with his traditional allies.

Burkina Faso imposes 5-year jail for 'promoting homosexuality'

Burkina Faso's military government has passed a harsh new penal code imposing up to five years in prison for acts considered 'promoting homosexuality', marking a severe crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and alarming international human rights organisations.

Trump backs firearm ban for transgender people

Former US President Donald Trump has called for a ban on transgender individuals owning firearms, a controversial pledge made during his keynote address at the NRA convention. The proposal has ignited a fierce debate on gun rights and equality.

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